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Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - 30-hour Floater

Florence, KY · On-site

$57.75 - $69.50/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will: * provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty * set priorities to maximize ...

Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - 30-hour Floater

Lexington, KY · On-site

$53.50 - $64.25/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will: * provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty * set priorities to maximize ...

Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

Lexington, KY · On-site

$53.50 - $64.25/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will: * provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty * set priorities to maximize ...

Publix Pharmacy

Pharmacist - Full-time Floater

Lexington, KY · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

As a Floating Pharmacist, you will: * provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty * set priorities to maximize ...

Netpace

Physical Therapist (PT)

Paducah, KY · On-site

$74.10/hr

As Needed Floating Requirements: None Experience Required: Must have 1 year of recent Physical Therapy experience in a Rehab setting. License Required: Active TN Physical Therapy Certification ...

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What are the unique challenges faced by a floating nurse, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Floating Nurse, you'll be assigned to various departments or units based on staffing needs, which means adapting quickly to different teams, patient populations, and workflows. This role requires strong clinical versatility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to learn new protocols efficiently. To prepare, familiarize yourself with common procedures across multiple units and be proactive in asking questions when entering new environments. Building rapport with permanent staff and staying organized can help you navigate the unpredictability and provide high-quality patient care.

What is the difference between Floating vs Cashier?

AspectFloatingCashier
Required CredentialsBasic customer service skills, on-the-job trainingCash handling certification or training often preferred
Work EnvironmentVaries across departments, flexible locationsPrimarily retail or food service checkout areas
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in retail, hospitality, healthcare for staffing flexibilityRetail, supermarkets, restaurants, and service industries
Search & Comparison IntentFlexibility, multi-department rolesCash handling, point-of-sale operations

Floating staff are versatile employees who work across multiple departments or locations, providing flexibility for employers. Cashiers focus specifically on processing transactions at checkout points. While both roles require customer service skills, floating staff need adaptability, whereas cashiers often need specific cash handling training. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

What is a floating position?

A 'Floating' position refers to a job role where an employee is not assigned to one specific location, department, or task, but instead moves between different areas as needed. Floaters help cover shifts, fill in for absent employees, or assist during busy periods, providing flexibility and support to various teams. These roles are common in industries like healthcare, retail, and hospitality, and require adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn new tasks. Floating positions can provide valuable experience and exposure to different aspects of an organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a floating nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Floating Nurse, you need a solid clinical background, adaptability across multiple specialties, and current RN licensure. Familiarity with various hospital systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and unit-specific protocols is typically required. Strong communication, flexibility, and resilience are crucial soft skills for adjusting quickly and supporting diverse teams. These abilities ensure continuity of care and effective support in rapidly changing healthcare environments.
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Pharmacist - 30-hour Floater

Publix Pharmacy

Florence, KY • On-site

$57.75 - $69.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 4,667 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

Description
As a Publix Pharmacy Associate, you'll see how very satisfying it is to work for a company that is passionately devoted to its customers, to its associates, and to the wellness of the communities it serves. What sets our pharmacy departments apart is a genuine patient-centric environment with clinical services such as immunizations, MTM (medication therapy management), and much more!
Publix is continually recognized as one of the best places in America to work; see why Publix should be part of your list of top places to work in Pharmacy. And, with growth potential of up to 50 new pharmacies per year, our promote from within culture allows for a rewarding career path into any one of the following areas: retail management, specialty pharmacy, out-patient hospital pharmacy, corporate or centralized pharmacy operations.
Your passion for health and wellness, combined with our reputation and commitment to excellence, are what sets Publix apart from the crowd. We know you want to make a career out of caring. We want your career to be with Publix Pharmacy. Join the team that pharmacists and patients feel good about.
In addition to the shared basic responsibilities of all Publix associates, a Floating Pharmacist's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following. As a Floating Pharmacist, you will:
  • provide dedication to each pharmacies success, by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as the pharmacist-on-duty
  • set priorities to maximize contribution, executing daily tasks, supporting the team and building rapport with both customers and associates
  • provide best-in-class pharmacy service to patients, empower your staff in providing value and service through counseling, building personalized relationships, promoting customer loyalty, offering pharmacist led clinical services to improve health and wellness and preventative care through services available at Publix
  • inspire each team you work with to do the right thing, gaining buy in, and empowering the team to be accountable
  • provide enthusiasm for all new pharmacy initiatives at your assigned location
  • manage team performance, such as prescription promised time, by assigning tasks to ensure complex operational activities are met in a timely and efficient manner in the absence of the pharmacist-in-charge
  • use best practices to make sound business decisions while covering as the pharmacist-on-duty
  • be regarded as an expert on the pharmacy technology system and how it is used for both routine and complex prescription processing
  • mentor others on Publix pharmacy best practices to maximize sales, minimize shrink while meeting customers' needs, using programs such as auto refill and Sync Your Refills
  • proactively advance pharmacy clinical initiatives including Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and immunizations
  • maintain a flexible work-week schedule in order to meet the needs of our customers, and
  • assist in all other duties as assigned.

Additional Information
Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. Please be sure to monitor your email daily for communications you may receive during the recruiting and selection process for this position.
Required Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for the position of Floating Pharmacist are:
  • must be at least 18 years of age
  • must be a graduate of a school of pharmacy
  • must have and maintain an unrestricted, state pharmacist license
  • must not have active suspensions, sanctions, or other restrictions related to participation in a private, federal, or state health insurance program upon hire and thereafter and
  • must not have received an unacceptable result on a company-sponsored drug test within the last three years

Preferred Qualifications
Other qualifications for the position of Floating Pharmacist include:
  • be an immunizing pharmacist meeting the requirements as established by the state (or be scheduled to become an immunizer in the next set of training classes)
  • effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to interpret and understand instructions and solve problems
  • knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory control.

Benefits Information
  • Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
  • An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Group health, dental and vision plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Publix pharmacies are closed for seven holidays per year
  • Retail bonus: Paid quarterly, based on sales and profits and are calculated at the end of each inventory period
  • Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)

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